Grab your lunch from the expo hall, and come join us for a lunch & learn session!
Access this intentionally mixed, limited-capacity gathering of employers and colleges navigating today’s competitive landscape through the power of Connection Capital—the strength of personal and organizational networks. While social capital is a proven driver of success, many employers underutilize this powerful asset in their recruiting, retention, and professional development strategies. This interactive session challenges that norm and equips participants with tangible techniques for strategic networking, both for personal career growth and organizational impact.
Participants will explore tangible techniques for strategic networking, both for personal career growth and organizational impact. The first half will feature actionable insights and a guided self-assessment to help attendees measure and strengthen their current networks. The second half will be a high-energy, facilitated networking exercise ——designed to spark meaningful new connections across the NACE community.
Participants will leave with practical tools, fresh contacts, and a clear roadmap to transform networking into a high-impact lever for personal and organizational growth.
Learning Objectives/Goals: Participants will be able to · Recognize Connection Capital’s impact on talent acquisition and career development · Identify three actionable strategies to grow and leverage professional networks · Practice and apply networking skills through a facilitated speed-connection exercise · Collect at least two new professional connections · Design a connection follow-up action plan
